On Monday, Santos confirmed that Neymar underwent a minor arthroscopic surgery on his left knee to address lingering pains that have kept him off the field.
Surgery Details
The 33-year-old striker had the procedure performed by Rodrigo Lasmar, who also works with the Brazil squad. The minimally invasive arthroscopy targeted issues inside the joint.
World Cup Aspirations
Last weekend, during a music event in São Paulo, Neymar reiterated his desire to play in the World Cup and score in the final. He added, “We will do the impossible to bring this cup to Brazil,” Neymar said. “In July, you can remind us of it. Hi, Ancelotti, helps us out!” The coach, Carlo Ancelotti, appointed in May, has yet to name the player.
Recent Season Performance
Neymar returned to his boyhood club Santos in January after tearing his ACL in October 2023 during World Cup qualifying. In Brazil’s Serie A, which began in April, he appeared in 19 of 38 rounds and netted eight goals. His scoring in the final stages helped keep Santos from relegation.
Key Takeaways
- Minor knee arthroscopy performed by Rodrigo Lasmar.
- Neymar remains hopeful for World Cup participation and a final goal.
- Santos midfielder played 19 matches, scored eight goals, and helped avoid relegation.
With the surgery completed, Neymar’s focus shifts back to training as he aims to contribute to both Santos’ campaign and Brazil’s World Cup hopes.
